Sai Inspires

August 18, 2008

Those aspiring for success in the spiritual field must decide to control anger, to subdue the vagaries of the mind with its changing resolution to do and not to do things. They must put down their mental agitations and worries and see that they do not create worry in others also. They must convince themselves that in everyone, there is "Shivam", recognizable as the breath.. They must develop Universal Love (Vishwa Prema) and demonstrate it in their words and deeds. May you all win Sathyam, Shaanthi, Sukham (Truth, Peace, Joy) through this means. May you all merge in the source of all Aanandam (Divine Bliss).
- Divine Discourse, Nov 23 1966.

Prasanthi Updates

August 16, 2008

This evening, the youth from West Bengal presented a half-hour drama. Bhagawan came for darshan in His chair and moved to the interview room after a round of the verandah. At five o'clock, He came onstage, and the drama began soon after. The youth presented the service activities done by the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation in the villages, and showed how Corporate citizens were transformed watching one of their former collegues doing selfless Seva. Bhagawan blessed the group with photographs and clothes. He gave each of them photo-frames as they came up one by one. At six o'clock, the students sang Bhajans for ten minutes before Swami accepted Arati and returned to His residence.

Thought for the Day

August 18 , 2008

Many of you have problems of health or mental worry of some sort or the other. They are mere baits by which you have been brought to My presence, so that you may obtain My grace and strengthen your faith in the Divine. Problems and worries are really to be welcomed as they teach you the lessons of humility and reverence.

- BABA

Sai Inspires

August 17, 2008

You should not be ever entangled in the meshes of this world and its problems. Try to escape into the purer air of the spirit as often as you can, taking the name of the Lord on your tongue. Of the 24 hours of the day, have 6 hours for your individual needs, 6 hours for the service of the others, 6 hours for sleep and 6 hours for dwelling in the Presence of the Lord. Those six hours will endow you with the strength of steel.

Divine Discourse, May 23 2002.

Thought for the Day

August 17, 2008

The greater the number of desires, the lesser the happiness you will experience. Be contented. A discontented man loses everything; only a contented man can experience real joy. The happiness in one's life will be in inverse proportion to one's desires. In the journey of life, as in a railway journey, the lesser the luggage (desires) one carries, the greater the comfort.

- BABA

PRASANTHI UPDATES

August 15, 2008

The Varalakshmi Vratam was observed today at Prasanthi Nilayam. The front part of the Hall was occupied by the ladies doing the puja, dressed in purple sarees. Bhagawan arrived at 9.45 am and the rituals got underway five minutes later when He came onstage. The priest chanted the invocations and instructed the ladies on the rituals in Telugu. After half an hour, Swami went on a full round of the hall as the puja went on. At 10.45, the puja concluded. Swami came onstage and accepted Arati at 11 am. The priest gave a few more instructions to the ladies as Swami left for His residence after ten minutes.

In the evening, Nandi award winning Telugu singer Smt. Sunitha presented a musical programme. Bhagawan arrived for darshan and made a full round of the Hall while the singer and accompanists were seated in the centre of Sai Kulwant Hall. The 45 minute song programme got underway at 5.20 pm when Swami came onstage. Swami blessed the artiste with a chain and gave clothes to her accompanists. A couple of Bhajans by the students was followed by a song "Dinakara Shubhakara" by one of the students before Swami accepted Arati and returned to His residence at 6.45 pm.

Thought for the Day

August 15,2008

Devotion to one's motherland is as important as devotion to God. When integrity and patriotism are developed in an individual, his vision becomes broad and his outlook balanced. The motherland is not just a place on the map or an extent of land or a collection of names; it is verily the Mother who feeds the body as well as the mind. It teaches the art of progressing towards the supreme goal of life, namely, self-realization. It is thus the embodiment of both Lakshmi (Goddess of prosperity) and Saraswathi (Goddess of knowledge).

- BABA

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Spiritual Showers

Sai Inspires

August 14 , 2008

Develop largeness of heart. The heart is not a physical organ. It derives its name "Hridaya" from the fact that it is a seat of daya (Compassion). Develop compassion for all. Go forward from the narrow feelings of "I" and "mine" to "We" and "Ours". It is not easy to comprehend the formless, attributeless, infinite Divine. The truth of the Divine has to be discovered and experienced by each and everyone. The Divine is omnipresent... You must lead a life of truth and Godliness based on this conviction. Strive to make the nation an upholder of truth and righteousness. This is the foremost duty today.

- Divine Discourse, June 22, 1987

Thought for the Day

August 14, 2008

The blazing fire of Jnana (wisdom) which convinces you that all this is Brahman (God), will consume in to ashes all traces of your egoism and worldly attachment. You must become intoxicated with the nectar of union with Brahman. That is the ultimate goal of Dharma (righteousness) and Karma (action).

- BABA

Sai Inspires

August 13, 2008

The heart is referred to as "Hrudaya" (Hrud + daya), meaning that the heart is the seat of compassion. Real education is that, which fosters virtues, morality, truth, compassion, discipline and duty. It is not enough to be merely intelligent. Education must confer wisdom that flows from the heart and not just knack or cunningness... Set apart some time for service. Be balanced. You should neither study continously nor play all the time. Do not slide into lazy habits; laziness must be avoided at all costs. Excessive talking must also be avoided. Too much talk diminishes memory and dulls intelligence. Therefore, talk only when you must, and speak sweetly. When you talk, be always courteous and never fail to respect your parents. Your actions must always be based on love f or you to be called as an educated person.

- Divine Discourse, May 15, 2000.

Thought for the Day

August 13, 2008

A devotee, filled with the love of the Lord, welcomes what may appear as punishing as something intended for his good. Even when the Lord appears to be angry, His compassion is evident. Even in punishment God's kindness will be seen. Hence no one should cherish grievance that he or she has been singled out for punishment. Even punishment is a means of leading one to God. The display of anger is for safeguarding the devotee. The true devotee is one who recognises this truth and welcomes whatever happens to him as intended for his good.

- BABA

Sai Inspires

August 12, 2008

Who is a human? One endowed with a "mind" is a human being. A person without the thinking faculty can never feel kind or compassionate. They alone are true human beings, who instinctively assist those who are in distress and seeking help. One must be eager to wipe the tears of others. You must always endeavor to help and give relief to those who are suffering.

- Divine Discourse, May 15, 2000.

Thought for the Day

August 12, 2008

Whatever the crisis, however deep the misery, do not allow your grip over the mind to get loose. Tighten it further, fixing your eyes on the higher values. Do not allow the mind to stray away from the tabernacle of the heart. Make it bow before the Atma within.

- BABA

August 11, 2008

Truth, Sacrifice and Righteousness constitutes humanness. Truth is Neethi (Morality), Righteousness is Reethi (Code of Conduct), and Sacrifice is Khyathi (Reputation). The combination of all of these is called Manava Jathi (Human Race). One cannot be called a human being on the basis of the form. One has to adhere to truth, uphold righteousness, and develop the spirit of sacrifice to deserve the title of human being. Spend time in serving others. Love your fellowmen. Surrender yourself to God. The entire world is permeated with Love and nothing surpasses Divine Love.

- Divine Discourse, July 28, 1999.

Thought for the Day

August 11, 2008

Impure gold is melted in the crucible and it emerges shining and bright. The mind rendered impure by Rajas (passion) and Tamas (sloth), by anger and conceit, by the impressions of a thousand attachments and desires, can be made bright and resplendent if it is put in to the crucible of Vicahara (enquiry) and heated on the coals of Viveka (discrimination). The brightness is due to the light of Realization, the knowledge that you are the Atma.

- BABA

Thought fort the Day

August 10, 2008

When you repeat the Name without feeling, it seldom reaches the mark. The Name of the Lord must be recited with awe and wonder, humility and reverence. The bow has to be drawn full before the arrow is released; then it will pierce the target. Feeling is the force that draws the strings taut and makes the Name reach the deity, the bearer of the Name.

- BABA

Sai Inspires

August10, 2008

Before you do anything, pause, take time, think and reflect on what you are about to do. Never be in a hurry. Remember, "Haste makes Waste." Avoid impulsive actions. Instead, pause and ponder. Whenever a thought arises in you to do something, take time and ask yourself: "Is it good or bad?" It is very important to exercise your discrimination properly. It is "Fundamental Discrimination" that you should apply and not individual discrimination. Fundamental Discrimination means "Your action should benefit others." Avoid haste, be patient, decide carefully using fundamental discrimination and only then act.

- Divine Discourse, May 15, 2000

Thought for the Day

August 09,2008

Many feel that it is human to err and that Bhagawan should forgive their lapses. In fact, if they were truly human, they should not commit mistakes at all. Even if sometimes a mistake is committed, willingly or unwillingly, it should not be repeated. It is a grievous error to think that it is natural for a human being to err. To follow the directives of the senses is the mark of an animal. To be guided by the Atma is the sign of a human being. None should attempt to justify his or her weaknesses and lapses as natural to a human being. They should be regarded as signs of mental debility. When you have truly acquired sense-control, you will experience the power of the Divine in you.

- BABA

August 09,2008

Today it is a common practice for people to deposit their money in banks. Likewise, deposit the power of your senses, your mind and the wisdom in the bank of God. They will never diminish; they will continue to grow forever and will be returned to you in times of need. Sustain and safeguard sacred love. Never give vent to hatred. Consider whatever happens as good for you.

- Divine Discourse, July 28, 1999.

August 08,2008

The body is the temple, and God is the Indweller. If this body is a temple, so is that body and every other body. All bodies are temples. The same God resides in every one of them. The same God is present in all. Hence, regard the entire universe as one big family. Love all without exception. If you hate anyone, it amounts to hating your own self. So hurt never and help ever. There is no God beyond Love. God is Love and Love is God. Live in Love.

- Divine Discourse, May 2000.

Thought for the Day

August 08, 2008

Man seeks joy in far places and peace in quiet spots; but, the spring of joy is in his heart, the heaven of peace is in him. Even when he walks on the moon, man has to take with him his fears, his anxieties, his prejudices and his pet aversions. Have faith in God, and in the correctness of moral living. Then, you can have peace and joy, whatever may be the fare that fortune offers

you.

- BABA

August 06, 2008

This morning, an auspicious shower preceded the change of Vice-Chancellor of the Sri Sathya Sai University at the Poornachandra Auditorium. As announced yesterday, the ceremony got underway at 10 o'clock with the students singing bhajans as Bhagawan arrived onstage. Swami sat there, flanked by the incumbent and outgoing VCs, with Mrs. Gokak beside her husband. Ten minutes of bhajans were followed by an invocatory Vedic hymn by the students. Mr. and Mrs. Gokak were garlanded by the principals of the Prasanthi Nilayam and Anantapur campuses respectively. Sri. Srinivasan Srirangarajan then gave a speech, outlining Mr. Gokak's term as VC, highlighting his transparency, helpful nature, and attention to detail. Sri. S. V. Giri, former Vice-Chancellor, spoke next, bringing out the contributions of both Sri. Anil Vinayak Gokak and his illustrious father, Dr. Vinayak Krishna Gokak, the first Vice-Chancellor of the Sri Sathya Sai University. Sri. Gokak spoke next, praying for Swami's blessings in his next endeavour, which is to organise the centenary celebrations of his late father. Bhagawan stood up to deliver His Divine message after Sri. Gokak's speech. Swami stressed that He is always with each and every one of us, and that with Him, there are no "goodbye"s, only "welcome"s. He urged all of us to remember that we are divine, though we use different names for our bodies for worldly convenience. After His 45 minute Discourse, Bhagawan asked the incumbent, Prof. Vishwanath Pundit, to speak. Prof. Pundit humbly stated in his short speech that he was only an instrument in the Divine Hands. Swami blessed Mr. and Mrs. Gokak with bracelets. The function concluded with Arati ten minutes past noon while prasadam was distributed. The Himachal youth had another musical presentation this evening. Bhagawan came onstage at 5.15 pm and the concert for the evening got underway. Ms. Sunanda Sharma sang in Hindustani classical style for an hour. Bhagawan then called her up and blessed her with a chain. The students sang a bhajan while the lady members of the Himachal group readied themselves for a musical presentation, with a couple of group songs. Bhagawan blessed the performers with clothes and chocolates while the students sang a couple of Bhajans till Arati at 6.50 pm.

Thought for the Day

August 07,2008

Discrimination is very essential in life. One must always inquire, “Is it good or bad?” and “Is it right or wrong?” We must accept the good and discard the bad. It is not enough that discrimination be practiced only for physical objects. We must use discrimination in our vision – in what we see. We must show discrimination in our words, in what we listen to, in our thoughts and, of course, in our actions and in our behaviour. Only then will the word ‘discrimination’ acquire significance.

- BABA

Sai Inspires

August 07, 2008

There is one aspect that you can use to identify Divinity. That is by showing your gratitude. God is giving you so many things. When you are not well, a doctor comes and gives you an injection. You then pay the doctor his fees. Your expression of gratitude ends there. When you are hungry, you tell your mother that you would like to eat something. Your mother gives you some food that you relish with great joy. This itself is an expression of gratitude to your mother. You may be suffering - when someone consoles you and gives you strength, you express your gratitude to him. In this way, all the help rendered should be gratefully acknowledged without fail. Make this be your way of life.

- Divine Discourse, May 23, 2002.

Thought for the Day

August 01, 2008

Only those who have filled themselves with love and have lived in the light of that love are called men. Those devoid of love are demons. Those saturated with love are incapable of spite, selfishness, injustice, wrong and misconduct. But in those who have no love, the above qualities are predominant. By love is meant love which is unsullied, unselfish, steadfast and devoid of impurity.

- BABA

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Sai inspires

August 01, 2008

Be always saturated with Prema (Divine Love). Speak softly and sweetly. Do not use harsh words against anyone, for words wound more fatally than arrows. Sympathize with suffering, loss and ignorance. Try your best to provide timely help or share a soothing word. Do not damage the faith of anyone in virtue and Divinity. Encourage others to have that faith by demonstrating in your own life, that virtue is its own reward, and Divinity is all-pervasive and all-powerful.
- Divine Discourse, September 1983.